Which Natural Stone Should I Select for my Countertop? Granite, Marble or Travertine?

Which Natural Stone Should I Select for my Countertop? Granite, Marble or Travertine?

Leanne Constantino4/17/20

When you design your kitchen space you want it to look absolutely perfect. This means choosing the right natural stone for your look and feel and your needs. In order to pick the right stone, you have to get to know granite, marble, and travertine a little better.

Granite, marble, and travertine are all beautiful, highly sought-after surfacing materials and each have their own benefits. From being heat resistant and durability to simply having unmatched beauty.

Weighing up the pros and cons before deciding on one or the other for your surfacing project is important. So, what exactly is the difference?

Below is table to help you with the comparisons to make the right choice for you.

STONE TYPE COMPARISON

GRANITE

Granite is a durable, long-lasting stone that is aesthetically pleasing and comes in a wide array of colours and patterns, making it completely customizable for any space.

Generally is it more resistant to stains and scratching so very ideal for your kitchen countertop.

PROS

  • Many colours and styles to choose from
  • Very durable
  • Lower maintenance
  • Resists heat
  • Adds real estate value to your home

CONS

  • May stain
  • May etch
  • Has variation from piece to piece

MARBLE

Marble-Countertop

Marble has a smooth base and deep veining. Marble looks crisp, elegant, clean, and timeless.  It has a luxurious appearance that makes it highly appealing to designers. 

Marble countertops are considered to be high-maintenance in comparison to other natural stones. It is a porous stone which means it is more susceptible to stains and etching and therefore must be sealed regularly to retain its appearance.

PROS

  • Many colours and styles to choose from
  • Softer vein patterns
  • Timeless & luxurious look
  • Resists heat
  • Adds real estate value to your home

 CONS

  • Less durable
  • Higher maintenance
  • susceptible to staining and etching
  • Has variation from piece to piece 

TRAVERTINE

 

Travertine-Countertop

Travertine stone looks majestic, rustic, or classic. This stone gives a sense of prestige to any home in inhabits. Travertine is a porous stone (even more porous than marble), which means you should seal it regularly to ensure it is protected from scratches and water damage.

PROS

  • Many tones to choose from
  • Timeless look
  • Less expensive than marble and granite
  • Resists heat
  • Adds real estate value to your home

 CONS

  • More porous than Marble and therefore requires higher maintenance
  • More susceptible to staining and etching
  • Requires periodic sealing

 

 

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Alvaro Constantino, Director 

EURO ABRASIVES Sydney Hardware & Building Supplies

 

 

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